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World Kinect Q2 2026 earnings summary

Complete event summary combining all related documents: earnings call transcript, report, and slide presentation.
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Q2 2026 earnings summary23 Jul, 2026

Executive summary

  • Achieved record Q2 2026 gross profit of $365 million and adjusted gross profit of $350 million, driven by strong execution and favorable market conditions across aviation, marine, and land segments, amid significant market volatility and geopolitical conflicts.

  • Net income rebounded to $48 million ($0.94 per diluted share), reversing a prior-year loss, with adjusted net income at $66 million ($1.29 per diluted share).

  • Portfolio simplification and focus on core businesses, including divestitures and Universal Trip Support acquisition, improved returns and operational discipline.

  • Returned capital to shareholders through increased dividends and share repurchases.

Financial highlights

  • Q2 2026 revenue rose 50% year-over-year to $13.6 billion; gross profit increased 57% to $365 million.

  • Adjusted EPS for Q2 2026 was $1.29, up 119% year-over-year, the highest in company history.

  • Adjusted EBITDA increased to $136 million, up 55% year-over-year.

  • Free cash flow for Q2 2026 was negative $35 million, mainly due to working capital demands from higher commodity prices.

  • Operating expenses rose 35% year-over-year to $233 million, driven by higher compensation, acquisition integration, and increased bad debt reserves.

Outlook and guidance

  • Full-year 2026 adjusted EPS guidance raised to $3.20–$3.40 per share, up from $2.65–$2.85, reflecting strong first-half performance and share repurchases.

  • Management expects continued benefit from market volatility, portfolio optimization, and cost reduction initiatives.

  • Guidance assumes a more measured second half, not expecting a repeat of exceptional Q2 market conditions.

  • Sufficient liquidity is expected for at least the next twelve months, supported by cash, credit facilities, and operating cash flows.

  • Finance and accounting optimization expected to complete by Q4 2026, with $4.4 million in transition costs.

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